The Last Tribe is a post-apocalyptic novel written by Brad Manuel. The story revolves around a fast-moving and deadly disease that rapidly spreads, causing chaos and devastation across the United States. As the disease strips away family and friends, the protagonist, Greg’s father, John, finds himself trapped in South Carolina while his son is elsewhere.
In this dire situation, roadblocks, a panic-stricken population, and harsh winter conditions make it impossible for John to travel to his son’s location. Despite being immune to the disease along with his three brothers, they are scattered across a locked-down United States. They are forced to wait for the end of humanity before they can reunite and travel to the mountains of New Hampshire.
The Last Tribe explores themes of survival, family bonds, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable circumstances. It delves into the challenges faced by individuals who are separated from their loved ones during a global crisis. The novel also examines how people cope with isolation and uncertainty as they navigate a world on the brink of collapse.
As John and his brothers wait for an opportunity to reunite, they must confront various obstacles and dangers along the way. The author paints a vivid picture of a society in disarray, where desperation and fear drive people to extreme measures. Through their individual journeys, the characters encounter both allies and adversaries, testing their strength and determination.
The Last Tribe offers a gripping narrative that combines elements of suspense, action, and emotional depth. It explores not only the physical challenges posed by the pandemic but also the psychological toll it takes on individuals. The novel raises thought-provoking questions about human nature and what truly matters when faced with an existential threat.
Overall, The Last Tribe by Brad Manuel is a compelling post-apocalyptic tale that captures the essence of survival in a world ravaged by disease. It showcases the power of familial bonds and highlights the indomitable spirit of humanity in the face of adversity.
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The Last Tribe
- Narrated by: Scott Brick
Imagine you are alone in the world, one of the few survivors of a global pandemic. Not only do you struggle to find food, water, and shelter, but you also have to deal with the sadness and loss of the people you know and everything you have.
Fourteen-year-old Greg Dixon is living that nightmare. Attending boarding school outside of Boston, he was separated from his family when the pandemic hit. His classmates and teacher were dead, rotting in the dorm that turned into a morgue a few feet from his room. The nights are getting colder, and his food has run out. The last message from his father was to get out of town and meet in his grandparents’ town in remote New Hampshire. Knowing that the coming New England winter could be the last nail in his coffin, Greg packed up what little he could find and set off on a 100-mile trek north with conviction. that his family is still alive and will be with him.
When a deadly and fast-moving illness robs family and friends, Greg’s father, John, is stranded in South Carolina. Barriers, panicking population, and winter keep him from reaching his son. John and his three brothers appear to be immune, but they are scattered across a blockaded America, forced to wait for the end of humanity before traveling to the mountains of New Hampshire.
When spring arrives, the Dixons set out north to find young Greg. They met others along the way, gradually forming the last human tribe from the few people still alive in the Northeast.
I loved this book! Not that I’m anti-zombie or road warrior style post apocalypse stories. But it’s unbelievably refreshing to read (listen to) a story about good people working their way through a terrible situation. In fact, I’m going to listen to it again right now. And you can’t stop me…
